Songs that give you strength. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks.
To you who feel, “I want to take one more step forward,” or “I want to overcome this wall.” Why not borrow the power of music and take a new step? Voices that resonate with the heart and powerful messages will surely give you a gentle push from behind.
We’ll introduce timeless songs that have been sung from various perspectives—when you’re feeling down, when you’re uncertain—and have always stayed close to our hearts.
Let today be the spark that ignites your desire to give it your all.
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Songs that keep you going: Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (21–30)
BraveNaoto Intiraymi
Naoto Inti Raymi, who has traveled the world and experienced the power of music firsthand.
His fifth single, released in April 2011, is a hope-filled song that lit a warm light in Japan at the time.
Its sound, which makes effective use of Auto-Tune, is striking—just listening to it lifts your spirits.
The work carries a powerful message: even when you feel like you might falter on your own, you can overcome it together with your friends.
It gives you the courage to take a small step forward, believing in a new future.
This track was a lead single from the album “ADVENTURE,” and it’s also known for being performed at the 2012 Red and White Song Battle (Kōhaku Uta Gassen).
It’s a number that fills you with energy for tomorrow—perfect for when you’re starting a new challenge or need a gentle push forward.
Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
Released as Angela Aki’s eighth single, it became a huge hit.
It’s a song that gives you a push when you feel like you might lose or give up during those important adolescent years.
It’s a song that makes you want to live your best in the present so that one day, when you’re an adult, you can look back on that time with fondness.
Songs that keep you going. Recommended masterpieces and popular tracks (31–40)
Shine in the cruel nightLiSA
LiSA’s “Shine in the Cruel Night,” released in 2025, was chosen as the theme song for Chapter One of the theatrical Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle arc.
Its sound is both tense and grand, building momentum toward the chorus in a way that conveys determination.
The lyrics, which align with the story and portray grasping for light within darkness, are striking and feel like an encouraging message to keep moving forward.
It was also featured as a Spotify commercial song tied to the Demon Slayer narrative, where the track’s grandeur seems to enhance the commercial’s comical visuals.
Rising SunEXILE
This is a song that was created as part of the recovery support efforts after the Great East Japan Earthquake, and I believe it inspires the determination to persevere no matter how harsh the circumstances.
The dance is also powerful, so it can be said to be a song that makes you feel like giving your best.
The title, Rising Sun, evokes an image of hope.
IdeaHoshino Gen
This is a masterpiece by Gen Hoshino that I especially want you to listen to when you’re feeling a bit low.
Released in August 2018, the song was used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Half, Blue.” Its structure is captivating, unfolding from a buoyant, marimba-based intro into a gentle first verse.
His warm voice gives you a soft push forward.
The positive worldview—one that seems to turn even the sound of rain into song—will surely lighten your heart, whether on your commute to work or school, or as you stand before an important challenge.
Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu
It was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Gochisousan” and became a big hit.
Just as the title suggests, it’s a song that makes you feel you can keep going because even if there are unpleasant or difficult times, something good will surely come.
Its gentle melody and Yuzu’s heartfelt vocals make it a song that gives you courage.
YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA
It’s a song that’s known across generations, so practically everyone knows it.
It’s really easy to get into, so it’s sure to lift your spirits.
Even when you’re feeling down, listening to it and singing along with everyone will boost your mood.